The Effect of Civic Experiences in High School on Likelihood to Vote Is Strongest Among Non-College Youth 

The percentage of young people (ages 25-29) who said they were extremely likely to vote in the 2024 presidential election, based on whether they had or did not have various civic learning experiences in high school.

Non-College Youth

Felt the Courses Shaped their Understanding of Democracy

69%

27%

Had Opportunities Where Their Voice Mattered

64%

25%

Took Civics Classes

52%

28%

Were Encouraged to Vote by Teachers

51%

36%

Youth with College Experience

Had Opportunities Where Their Voice Mattered

88%

64%

Felt the Courses Shaped their Understanding of Democracy

84%

61%

Were Encouraged to Vote by Teachers

69%

61%

Took Civics Classes

68%

55%